Introduction to Public Health for High Schoolers at Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Apply NowCurious how policy, medicine and society shape health? Spend two weeks at Georgetown exploring public health through case studies, field trips and hands-on projects. Build practical skills, boost your uni application and complete a capstone with real-world impact.
This two-week summer course at Georgetown University provides high school students with a comprehensive introduction to public health, exploring the intersections of medicine, policy, and societal influences on health. Participants study historical and contemporary case studies, examine major population health issues, and learn how public health initiatives can improve outcomes locally and globally.
Students engage in interactive classes, hands-on learning and field trips, and complete a capstone project where they design and present practical public health solutions. The program offers both residential (boarding) and day options, and includes academic tuition, supervised housing (for residential students), meals, activities, and transportation for included events.
International students receive visa support and pre-arrival assistance; a mandatory international registration fee applies. All participants receive detailed performance reports, instructor feedback, and formal documentation of participation including a course completion certificate and the option to request an official Georgetown transcript.
Course completion certificate, letter of recognition, and an official Georgetown transcript
June - Boarding
June - Day
July - Boarding
July - Day
Location
- High school students aged 14-18 (program described for ages 14-18).
- Interest in public health is essential.
- Complete the Summer Institute application process to secure a place.
- International students must have appropriate travel authorisation (B-2 visa if not in Visa Waiver Program; ESTA if in the Visa Waiver Program).
£3,196
Two-week sessions in June and July 2026. Day program: £3,196 per 2-week session. Residential/boarding program: £5,650 per 2-week session. Additional mandatory international registration fee for non-U.S. residents: $379 (residential) or $239 (commuter). Tuition includes academic tuition, housing for residential programs, meals, activities, and campus transportation; application fee, airfare and some extras are not included.
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